From lhadjchikh@wcs.org Sat Jul 26 10:23:49 2003 Received: from mxu7.u.washington.edu (mxu7.u.washington.edu [140.142.32.165]) by lists.u.washington.edu (8.12.9+UW03.06/8.12.9+UW03.06) with ESMTP id h6QHNm2x018200 for ; Sat, 26 Jul 2003 10:23:48 -0700 Received: from wolf.wcs.org (lion.wcs.org [206.201.217.165]) by mxu7.u.washington.edu (8.12.9+UW03.06/8.12.9+UW03.06) with ESMTP id h6QHNhZF023175 for ; Sat, 26 Jul 2003 10:23:43 -0700 Received: from [64.173.21.46] ([64.173.21.46]) by wolf.wcs.org with Microsoft SMTPSVC(5.0.2195.5329); Sat, 26 Jul 2003 13:23:36 -0400 Mime-Version: 1.0 X-Sender: lhadjchikh@wcs.org@mail.wcs.org Message-Id: Date: Sat, 26 Jul 2003 10:25:40 -0700 To: ecolog-l@listserv.umd.edu, consbio@u.washington.edu From: "Leila Z. 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Thank you! -- EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY University of California, Santa Cruz RESIDENT DIRECTOR-MANAGER LANDELS-HILL BIG CREEK RESERVE Natural Reserve PROFESSIONAL & SUPPORT STAFF PROGRAM GRADE K JOB # 03-06-40 FULL TIME/CAREER MINIMUM STARTING SALARY: $3841/month SUMMARY OF DUTIES: The selected candidate will administer and manage the university-owned 4,000 acre Landels-Hill Big Creek Reserve, a UC NRS property located south of Monterey on the Big Sur coast and for managing the Big Creek Marine Ecological Reserve, belonging to and co-administered with the CA Department of Fish and Game. SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE: General Administration: as the UC on site representative; develop and maintain good working relationships with stakeholders and agencies and represent the reserve and university at conferences, workshops and meetings; prepare and update management, and academic plans; evaluate major and minor elements of policy strategy, budget, program and facilities and infrastructure needs; prepare and administer the budget. Program Development: develop and implement reserve programs for teaching, research and limited public service and oversee same; seek funding, preparing grant proposals; communicate with faculty and administrative staff; maintain long-term preservation for the natural systems of the reserve. Facilities development: develop, evaluate, and implement plans for construction of facilities on the reserve; review suitable sites, write evaluations, prepare applications for permits, and prepare materials for fundraising. Management: manage LHBC in support of mission of the NRS; serve and monitor visitors; monitor uses and research projects to insure appropriateness and compliance with regulations and guidelines; review all applications for reserve use, approve or refer UCSC Reserve Director for further review; supervise and assist reserve stewards as needed in all aspects of maintenance and repair to facilities, roads, trails, bridges and other physical infrastructure; maintain accurate records; continue effective ecological monitoring; maintain outreach through the reserve website, personal appearances, the annual open house, and other activities as benefit the reserve and its programs. QUALIFICATIONS INCLUDE (with or without accommodation): experience in natural/rural land management with understanding of conservation and use issues and the goals of an educational field station; demonstrated experience in budget management, planning, and supervision; experience in light construction, the use of tools (including chain saws) and heavy equipment (including tractors and mowers) and field monitoring equipment, trail and camp management and operation of solar power systems; experience driving on steep, dirt roads; demonstrated skills, knowledge and experience equivalent to an M.A. in a field oriented science; excellent written, oral and interpersonal skills to communicate persuasively with persons with diverse backgrounds and interests; excellent teamwork and team building skills; strong computer skills in word processing, database management and data analysis including GIS; good organizational, time management and problem-solving skills; demonstrated understanding of the goals of a research and teaching oriented field station. The abilities to: analyze situations/information in a multi-faceted way and exercise flexibility, initiative, good judgment and discretion; learn and apply variety of policies and procedures. Preferred Qualifications: PhD in a field-oriented science; experience in emergency and fire management in wildland situations; computer skills in graphics, including web site construction; research experience in topics relating to natural reserve conservation and management. SPECIAL CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT: The selected candidate will be fingerprinted; must possess a valid license to drive in the State of California; position requires physical skill such as general physical flexibility, direct lifting weighing up to 40lbs with or without accommodations. The position requires living on-site in a small rural cabin. Position is open until filled; initial review of application materials will begin on: 8/11/03. *In addition to the application form we request a letter addressing how the candidate will approach the job, a resume, and a list of references. *For more information see: http://www.nrs.ucop.edu This position is eligible for full benefits. To ensure review of application materials they must be received in the Staff Human Resources Office by the initial review date and reflect a job number. Please call (831) 459-2011 for further information and/or to request disability accommodation. All current job listings are available via the 24-hour Job Hot Line (831) 459-2011 or via the Internet (www.ucsc.edu). Hearing impaired are encouraged to use the California Relay Services (800) 735-2922 Send application materials to: UCSC SHR/Employment, 1156 High Street, Santa Cruz, CA 95064 The University of California Santa Cruz is an AA/EEO Employer. .